Production Operative (Pre-Press)

Westhoughton, England, United Kingdom

7/21/2025

The Vacancy

You will be working as a flexible team player across a wide range of production processes and activities within the Finishing/Holographics Process Department. Your day to day responsibilities will include -

• Operating various machines, conversion equipment, ancillary equipment and their associated quality and control systems safely and with due regard for the environment.
• Ensuring that the quality requirements for the tasks undertaken are met.
• Producing materials to a high specification free from defects.
• Being responsible for the efficient set up and operation of a variety of machinery involved in the manufacture of high-quality thread/holographic products.
• Ensuring all processes are fully and accurately recorded and entering appropriate data into the Information Systems where required
• Maintaining performance levels at all times; packing materials to required standard procedures.
• Providing accurate stock recording and accurately completing of documentation where required
• Providing on-the-job training for new and existing employees where required and help in the developing of training manuals and SOP’s CONFIDENTIAL
• Ensure all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures are followed at all times and that employees are encouraged to take responsibility for the health and safety of themselves and others.
  
  

The above list is not exhaustive. You will be required to undertake other duties within your capabilities, consistent with this role, to support the needs of the business.

CAPABILITY (qualifications, Experience And Skills)

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience.
• Manufacturing knowledge / experience.
• Good hand/eye co-ordination and dexterity.
• Excellent numerical and literacy skills are essential.
• Attention to detail is paramount; a good team player with a with a flexible honest approach and willingness to learn.
• Good organisational and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of converting/machine operation processes or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Understanding of quality system requirements.
• Shift working.
  
  

The first 6 months as a new incumbent to the position will attract training rates of pay until such a time when the employee is formally signed off as proficient and competent.

Join the Team

We want to work with people like you from all backgrounds and experiences, to help us gain a diverse workforce with a broad outlook and sharp expertise. We are looking for people unafraid to go that extra mile, bringing with them unique characteristics and abilities.

Show us you have what it takes and we'll reward you with a great place to work alongside other great people. Global business, global people. We think De La Rue is an amazing place to work. But don't just take our word for it.

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